Accenture Federal Services has named FSS Government Solutions (FSS), a woman-owned IT and project management consultancy based in Annapolis, Maryland, its 2023 Small Business of the Year.

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Left to Right: • G. Keith Ebersole, Executive Vice President, FSS Government Solutions • Mary Fran Ebersole, President, FSS Government Solutions • John Goodman – CEO, Accenture Federal Services • Elaine Beeman – Senior Managing Director - Civilian Portfolio, Accenture Federal Services (Photo: Business Wire)

“Our trusted relationship with FSS, which spans nearly a decade, exemplifies Accenture Federal Services’ steadfast commitment to teaming with small businesses,” said Accenture Federal Services CEO, John Goodman. “This partnership demonstrates the best of what’s possible when large and small businesses successfully unite to get the job done. I’m thrilled to recognize FSS with this annual award.”

“FSS has been pivotal to helping us provide mission-critical systems support for a number of our valued clients, including the Social Security Administration,” said Accenture Federal Services Chief Leadership Officer and Civilian Portfolio Lead, Elaine Beeman. “The company’s deep Cloud and Pegasystems expertise and capabilities have been instrumental in our ability to deliver meaningful innovation for our federal clients. We are deeply grateful for this successful partnership.”

“Partnering with Accenture Federal Services has been an incredible opportunity for FSS Government Solutions as we work to grow our small business,” said FSS President and Owner, Mary Fran Ebersole. “We’re honored to accept this award.”

“Accenture Federal Services has consistently demonstrated its commitment to supporting small businesses like ours,” said FSS Executive Vice President, Keith Ebersole. “We look forward to continuing the collaboration to deliver maximum value for federal agencies.”

Accenture Federal Services is a subsidiary of Accenture (NYSE: ACN).

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